Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Safari and 2002 Chevrolet Astro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise the vehicle.
Remove the shock absorber upper mounting nut.

Fig 1: Removing Shock Absorber Upper Mounting Nut
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Remove the shock absorber lower mounting nut and the bolt (left side).

Fig 2: Removing Shock Absorber Lower Mounting Nut & Bolt (Left Side)
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Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolt, the nut, and park brake cable bracket (right side).

Fig 3: Removing Shock Absorber Lower Mounting Nut & Bolt (Right Side)

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Remove the shock absorber from the vehicle.